A new me in 2014, new YOU in 2015

With New Years approaching and the busy holiday season and festivities coming to an end, I KNOW this time of year has many people thinking about their health and fitness and weight loss goals. I KNOW, because I've been there... every year, for so many years since having children and carrying around some extra pounds.

That was me just last New Years, OVER a year since having our third child, still overweight and still sporting a belly bump. It was quite humiliating and depressing when someone had asked if I was pregnant again (and I was not!). In Spring of 2013, I had started tackling my post-baby weight by doing Insanity (in my bedroom with the door shut because I was embarrassed to be watched in the living room at the time). I was also battling many symptoms associated with a thyroid disease, which only made weight loss harder for me. It was then that I discovered Shakeology, a nutrition shake, and started drinking it to help with immune support for my thyroid and to help with the weight loss. I was determined to get the weight off so I could fit back in to some of my clothes and look and feel better for a big family vacation we had planned for the summer. I managed to lose 13 pounds in just over 2 months and did squeeze back in to some of my old jeans finally.

After that, old eating habits returned and I stopped drinking Shakeology and stopped working out. You can imagine what happened. By the end of the year, there I was, right back where I started before Insanity and still trying to overcome thyroid issues. I was unhappy, out of shape, overweight, constantly run down and fatigued, fighting anxiety and irritibility and feeling hopeless about it all. I hated feeling that way!

So once again, I started the new year with a weight loss goal. My weapon of choice - Focus T25 and I started drinking Shakeology again. Shortly after getting started, I came across a post on Facebook for an online support group for people doing the Beachbody Challenge. I was already skipping workouts and still having a hard time with my eating. So I thought, why not, maybe that is what I need. Maybe if I have other people to share my struggles with and check in with, then maybe I will stick to it. Maybe I would quit giving up in the middle of the week and waiting for the next Monday to start over again. How many of you have done that?!

So that was me in the picture on the left, before realizing how LIFE CHANGING in-home workouts, eating properly, implementing a SUPER FOOD nutrional shake, and having ACCOUNTABILITY would all be for me. That was me before realizing what I am capable of, before finding my STRENGTH and BELIEVING in myself. That first accountability group I joined this year was a LIFESAVER to me and I am so thankful that I was a part of it. By the time I finished in that group and completed T25, I had lost 19 pounds and gained so much energy, vitality, confidence and self respect. I have since lost another 20 pounds this year with more Beachbody programs - Brazil Butt Lift, PiYo, and a few rounds of 21 Day Fix.

Focus T25 Results: Lost 19 Pounds (mid January - first week of April)

Health and fitness needs have to come from making lifestyle changes, not temporary fixes! You want to lose weight? You HAVE to get your nutrition in check. You want to be healthy? Then you need to eat clean and not put chemicals in your body. You've heard it before... There are no magic pills! You want to be fit? You HAVE to workout. It's as SIMPLE as that! Getting started and staying motivated is not always simple, but that's where my help comes in. I can help you choose a fitness programs that is in par with YOUR fitness level and that suits YOU and provide you a simple healthy meal plan to follow. Just like my coach did for me, I can provide all the tools and ENCOURAGE you and MOTIVATE you along the way, but you have to be willing to use the tools and do the WORK.

My results are not ridiculously remarkable greatest loser style results and I have certainly not been perfect. But they are true and honest HEALTHY results and I am proud of the lifestyle changes that I have made to be a healthier and stronger ME.

I am passionate about helping others that have been stuck in a rut like I once was, others that feel worn out and run down and don't think they have time for themselves. You DO have time. You just have to choose to MAKE time for yourself. You may be skeptical and worried about making the investment in yet another health and fitness program. Believe me, I get it... I was too! But I can GUARANTEE you, if you take the leap of faith and believe in yourself and truly commit; if you INVEST in yourself, you will NOT FAIL! Seriously, it really is guaranteeed... because Beachbody is cool like that.

If ANY of this is hitting home for you, sparking an interest in how I can help you, and/or lighting a fire under your you-know-what to finally COMMIT to the changes you want, PLEASE reach out to me! My next online support group will be starting soon and if you are still reading this, you NEED to be a part of it! Isn't it about time you stop putting yourself off?

To a Healthy and Happy New Year!!

-Sandy

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Higher Butt - Lower Price

Small sales pitch here about some darn AMAZING DEALS! Eeks, gross! I know! I don't intend to sound like a slimy car salesman. I'm not advertising so I can take your money, smile and say thank you, and then continue on with my day. That's what I make and sell vinyl decals for!! :)

In all seriousness, I enjoy helping others improve their health and fitness and feel better about themselves. It is truly humbling to bring others on this journey WITH ME, watch them transform themselves and enjoy their life more, and hear a "thank you" for helping and being there for them. It's not just about having the tools to get the job done, it's about having some support and motivation and having accountability along the way.

SO... here's what I have for you today, because who doesn't want to save some money when they decide to get their butt in shape?!

See this BOOTY here?! It may not be the booty of a super model or some college hottie at the beach, but it's a FAR improvement from what this booty used to be! LOOK at those Before and After stats... pretty darn awesome results in 2 months, if I must say so myself! These results were from doing Brazil Butt Lift and drinking Shakeology daily (and yes, cutting the JUNK out of my diet). This program is now marked down with incredible SAVINGS, along with a few other programs for a short time. So if you're interested in a HIGHER Butt at a great LOWER price, get in touch with me.



It is now $39.90 for the program by itself, or $140 when ordered as a Challenge Pack with a month supply of Shakeology (which means you get Brazil Butt Lift for ONLY $10 with your shake order!!). Trust me, if you REALLY want to improve your nutrition, you NEED Shakeology. I say this because I drink it daily and I know! So there you have it! Higher butt! Lower price! And a 30-day money back guarantee. All you have to lose is weight!!

There are also promotions on a few other programs, some of them ending TOMORROW! PiYo, the 3-Day Refresh Cleanse, 21 Day Fix in espanol, and Body Beast. Message me if interested in any of these. I'd love to help you get started! Don't be shy... I promise I don't bite! I am here to HELP you and will be by your side as your coach while you FINISH your program.

To learn more about these programs, and for those of you that like to just jump right in and punch in your credit card number without chatting with me first, here is a list of the programs with current promotions:

Forget bulky thighs. Leandro's proven TriAngle Training method works the three major muscles of the buttocks: the gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus from countless angles. It's Leandro's unique angles that enable the focus on the "heads" of the muscles (where they attach to the pelvic bone and hamstrings) for the sexiest results. This is why Brazil Butt Lift can shape, lift, and firm the booty like no other workout!

Brazil Butt Lift Challenge Pack - $140 starting today!
Base Kit (program only, no Shakeology) - $39.90

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Carve an intensely defined physique—without jumps, without weights, and without straining your joints. Using your body weight, you'll perform low-impact, high-intensity movements inspired by Pilates and yoga. The result? Long, lean muscles, a high, firm booty, and tight, flat, sexy abs. With PiYo, you'll work every single muscle to stabilize, stretch, and strengthen every inch of your body. And since Chalene Johnson cranked up the speed and the fun, you'll burn crazy calories while you're at it.

PiYo Challenge Pack - $140 (promo ends JULY 31!)

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The 3-DAY REFRESH is an exciting new addition to the Beachbody supplements family. It's an easy-to-follow low-calorie, 3-day clean eating program consisting of Shakeology for breakfast, 2 additional high-protein shakes at lunch and dinner supplemented with a selection of fresh fruits, vegetables, healthy fats and a digestive/fiber drink. It's the perfeft solution to lose a few pounds quickly, get a clean break from bad nutrition habits and feel immediately cleaner, lighter and more healthy... without starving.

3-Day Refresh Challenge Pack - $140 (promo ends July 31!)

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21 Day Fix elimina todas las dudas a la hora de perder peso. No tienes que contar, suponer ni preguntarte nada. Solo debes seguir un plan fácil de control de las porciones y hacer una rutina de ejercicios de 30 minutos al día. 21 Day Fix hace que perder peso sea muy simple, y los resultados se noten rápido: puedes perder hasta 15 libras en solo 21 días

21 Day Fix (Spanish) Challenge Pack - $140 (promo ends July 31!)

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Body Beast is one of the first all-encompassing resistance, nutrition, and supplement systems on the market. Created by world-renowned trainer Sagi Kalev, this cutting-edge program fuses advanced muscle-defining and fat-shedding routines with a highly targeted eating plan to help burn fat, carve lean muscle, and completely transform the body in 12 weeks.

Body Beast Challenge Pack - $160 (was $180)
Body Beast Extreme Supplements Challenge Pack - $170 (was $220)
Base Kit (program only, no Shakeology) - $39.90 (was $89.95)

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PiYo Workout - NOW available

Guess what?! PiYo has finally been released! 

Would you love a program that uses your own body as your weight? It is currently only available through your Team Beachbody Coach (yours truly here), not yet available through the main public Beachbody site, or Amazon, or Tv ads. It also includes a free bonus workout DVD "Hardcore on the Floor" (valued $19.95) when ordered through your Beachbody Coach.

There is currently FREE Shipping for a limited time on the PiYo DVD Package. (you can click that)

But even better!! There is a promo on the PiYo Challenge Pack (yep, you can click that link too) right now which includes Shakeology for $140!! HUGE SAVINGS! That's $70 off the regular price. You're basically getting the whole PiYo DVD set for FREE with your order of Shakeology!

So what exactly is PiYo?
It a new workout program from celebrity trainer Chalene Johnson. PiYo is a low-impact, high-intensity 60-day body transformation program. It uses the most effective pilates and yoga inspired moves set to a fast pace to help burn fat and sculpt long, lean muscles. Carve every inch of the body without jumps, weights, or strained joints.

Is the Program Ideal for You?
PiYo is for: Men and women who want to get the results of an extreme program without the jumps, weights, or joint strain. This program is perfect for people of all fitness levels; people who want to build lean muscle without the bulk those who love the benefits of pilates and yoga, but feel these programs lack the cardio they need to burn fat and calories; and people who want a workout that doesn't require a lot of equipment.

How long is each workout?
There are 9 workouts for the program, plus a bonus workout in the series. There is also a bonus DVD "Hardcore on the Floor" included when ordered through your coach. Workouts range from 25-45 minutes.

What is the workout schedule?
6 days a week, for 60 days.

What size workout space is needed?
Enough space to step side to side in each direction.

What shoes are recommended for the program?
Bare feet or cross trainers are best.

This is going to be an amazing program that I am excited to try out with my next Challenge Group that will be starting July 28st!! Check out the group event page HERE for some more details, to reserve your spot, and get in touch with me. The group will be a private accountability group hosted on Facebook with just a handful of like-minded people working toward similar fitness goals. You'll receive daily support, guidance, and fitness and nutrition tips. A fantastic program + proper nutrition + support = your winning combination to achieve amazing results. Contact me if you are interested in giving PiYo a try!!

The Workout Series

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New PiYo Workout by Chalene Johnson

PIYO!!! I, personally, am so excited about this workout and anxious to try it out! If you are anything like me and like to do strong but graceful moves while working up a sweat, not high jumps or crazy high-impact moves, this might just be what you are looking for as well. PiYo is a high-intensity but low-impact workout that aims to give cardio, strength, and flexibility training all in one workout. The moves are Pilates and yoga inspired, without the long pauses and holding -- You keep moving! So you'll burn plenty of calories while toning and building lean muscles. That's a WIN, WIN in my book!!! Watch this video and see for yourself.

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